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We are the independent private high school experts of choice for Riverbend School admissions.
Riverbend School is a private, coeducational Montessori day school located in Natick, Massachusetts, serving students from toddlers through grade 8. Rooted in the Montessori philosophy, Riverbend fosters independence, curiosity, and a deep love of learning. With multi-age classrooms, hands-on materials, and a strong emphasis on social-emotional growth, students learn at their own pace in a nurturing and intellectually stimulating environment. As students progress into the Middle School years, Riverbend integrates more traditional academic structures while still emphasizing collaboration, inquiry, and leadership. The admissions process includes a parent interview, student classroom visit, school records, and teacher recommendations.
At Cardinal Education, we support families and others seeking a more personalized and holistic educational experience through the Riverbend School admissions journey. Our services include:
1. Inquiry and Application Form Guidance
2. Parent/Guardian Statement and Montessori Fit Framing
3. Academic Records/Transcript
4. Teacher/Counselor Recommendation
5. Interview Preparation for Parents
6. Student Visit Preparation
At Cardinal Education, we help families articulate their educational values and present compelling applications that reflect their child’s readiness for Riverbend’s Montessori-inspired approach to learning and growth.